Cultural Anthropology and Healthcare Innovation Scholar
Dr. Shaikha Al-Kuwari is an Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Qatar University, whose research bridges the gap between cultural studies and healthcare delivery. After earning her Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of Florida in 2018, she has focused on developing innovative approaches to understanding the intersection of culture and health. Her groundbreaking work aims to create cultural models for medical illnesses, utilizing advanced social science methodologies to develop culture-based precision medication approaches. Her research goal is to revolutionize healthcare delivery by incorporating cultural considerations into medical treatments, ultimately providing more effective and culturally sensitive healthcare solutions.